Fund Development Manager Fund Development Manager

Posted

17 days ago

Deadline to Apply

09/08/2026

Company Location

Boyne City, Mi

Work Location

Hybrid

Company

Challenge Mountain

Employment Basis

Full Time

Salary Type

Annual

Salary Range

$65,000

• $75,000
  Employer Type
  Nonprofit
  Experience Level
  2-5 years
  Education Level
  Bachelor's Degree
  Essential Responsibilities Fund Development Support the development of the annual fund development plan including multi-year funding strategies aligned with current strategic plan goals and objectives
  Develop and lead donor cultivation, stewardship and annual giving strategies
  Manage all donor communications including solicitations, acknowledgments and follow-up
  Research, write and submit grant proposals and maintain a grant calendar with deadlines and deliverables
  Manage, track and analyze donor data using Neon CRM and develop dashboards to monitor donor activity and revenue goals Marketing & Communications Oversee and inform external marketing, communications and community outreach efforts
  Ensure consistent messaging across all platforms and materials
  Collaborate with program and resale store staff to highlight community impact Leadership & Organizational Engagement Partner with the Fund Development Committee to plan events and support fundraising efforts
  Prepare reports related to fund development activity and progress for the Executive Director
  Support board engagement in fund development activities in collaboration with Fund Development Committee Chair
  Experience Required
  3•5 years of fund development experience in a nonprofit setting with a track record of results
  A bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, business or a related field•candidates with equivalent experience will be considered
  Experience working in donor databases and CRM systems including knowledge of key administrative functions
  Strong grant prospecting and writing experience
  Knowledge and ability to apply fund development best practices
  Working knowledge of prospect identification, cultivation and stewardship process
  Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
  Skills Required
  Commitment to non-profit work and understanding of unique environment and needs
  Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship building skills
  Strong written and verbal communication skills — you can tell a compelling story
  Self-driven learner with the ability to follow through and complete assigned tasks
  Confident working and collaborating remotely
  Ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively
  Attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy and data integrity
  Optimistic, enthusiastic and proactive approach to challenges
  Strong project management and problem-solving skills
  Why Challenge Mountain Based in Boyne City serving northern Michigan and beyond, Challenge Mountain offers a wide variety of year-round recreational opportunities for people living with disabilities.

Outdoor recreation includes downhill skiing, adaptive skiing, equine therapy, cycling, kayaking, fishing and adventure ropes course activities. Cultural and community activities include art, music and dance classes. Spirit Day Camp is offered each summer and includes social events such as bowling, putt-putt golf, concerts and movie nights allowing campers to participate in community events and activities while enjoying time with friends. Challenge Mountain programs are designed to promote each person's potential while cultivating social and emotional well-being. All programming is centered on having fun, making and sustaining friendships, building confidence and independence and, most importantly, fostering positive and hopeful expectations for living a full life. At Challenge Mountain, participants gain personal fulfillment through feeling a sense of accomplishment and acceptance which translates positively into their everyday lives. Our programs are not just about having fun on a boat ride, climbing a ropes course or skiing down a hill. They are about positive individual and group development and building social and character skills while transforming participants' views of themselves and their abilities. At Challenge Mountain we believe that all people, regardless of ability, should have opportunities to experience life and adventure and in doing so realize their personal value, strengths and abilities. Reach for the stars, anything is possible and the sky's the limit are phrases we all want to hear and believe. At Challenge Mountain these words are put into action and their power is instilled in every program participant. Challenge Mountain offers everyone an opportunity to show support, take risks, conquer challenges and achieve their greatest potential

• together.

From our valued participants to our volunteers, staff, families and friends, it's the people who make the difference! We are expanding our team as we continue to work toward achieving our vision of communities where people with disabilities engage in social and lifelong leisure activities, community events and cultural experiences, in a welcoming environment year-round! Are you ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you!